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H. ‘Brilliant Sunset’ (R) 2005
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E. Elslager-Hosta-Images

Registered Clump Photo

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Registered Clump Photo

H. ‘Brilliant Sunset’

E. Elslager (ONIR)

Plant: 20in (50.8cm) diameter; 18in (45.7cm) high; upright; moderate growth rate

Leaf: 9in (22.9cm) long; 7.25in (18.4cm) wide; 12 to 13 vein pairs; creamy white with 1 to 2.5in (2.5 to 6.4cm) wide, dark green, slightly rippled margins; slightly shiny on top; glaucous bloom underneath; broadly ovate with cordate base; lightly cupped, lightly folded, lightly corrugated

Scape: 18 to 23in (45.7 to 58.4cm) high; glaucous green

Scape Bracts: inflorescence leaves

Flower: 2in (5.1cm) long; pale lavender, translucent edge; tubular; Ann Arbor, MI; 6/30 - 7/13 - 7/29

Seed: glaucous green pods

Clump History: original sport; 4 years old; Ann Arbor, MI

Notable Characteristics: brilliant colors resemble sunrays at sunset

Pod Parent: N/A

Pollen Parent: N/A

Sport Parent: Sport of H. 'Merry Sunshine'

Seasonal Color Change: N/A

Section Class: II-6a

Patent/PBR Number: N/A

Additional Comments: N/A